A Beautiful Arrangement
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A Beautiful Arrangement

The Midlands MagazineFebruary 28, 2023

A flower bouquet has been a part of the bridal look since ancient Roman times when ladies would carry or wear floral garlands (like a flower crown) at their wedding to symbolise fidelity, fertility and new beginnings. The tradition has since grown and adapted. If caught during the bouquet toss, it would not only mean that you’re next to get married, but that you will have good fortune. We share more about different floral arrangements...

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Lunchbox Ideas
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Lunchbox Ideas

The Midlands MagazineFebruary 24, 2023

Find out what the best, nutritious foods for your children are, which will support them in their growth and development as they embark on their new school year.   It can be tricky to come up with interesting, healthy lunchbox ideas to keep your school-going children happy. Ideally, there needs to be a variety of snacky foods available, with at least two options to choose from. Always make sure that there is a substantial protein...

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Happily Ever After
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Happily Ever After

The Midlands MagazineFebruary 23, 2023

Weddings are special occasions and can be challenging to plan, but the end result is always worth it. We look at three couples and their advice on how they brought their dream wedding to life.   The Groves: Lorren and Michael Mandy WHEN WAS YOUR WEDDING? 30 April 2022   WHY DID YOU CHOOSE TO GET MARRIED IN THE MIDLANDS? I chose the Midlands specifically because of where it is situated. We live in the...

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Our Love Story
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Our Love Story

The Midlands MagazineFebruary 23, 2023

Roses are red, violets are blue, and we have something special in store for you! With Valentine’s Day around the corner, we look at four married couples from all walks of life, how they met, and how long they’ve been keeping the loving flames stoked. Whether you are single, in a relationship, engaged, married or “it’s complicated”, a little love inspiration can go a long way and we hope this will inspire you to define,...

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What’s Up & Coming in 2023
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What’s Up & Coming in 2023

The Midlands MagazineFebruary 10, 2023

With the new year underway, we thought we’d introduce a few new kids on the block, as they say. There is a bit of everything for everyone, all the way from food, beverages and event spaces to beauty and (yes, you heard it!) modelling.   Hilton is a hot spot this new year and welcomes several places, namely the Hilton Siding Centre. Although all of the tenants are new, you don’t want to miss out...

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Oh books, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways.
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Oh books, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways.

The Midlands MagazineFebruary 6, 2023

At Exclusive Books, the shelves celebrate the month of love too. EBR February features books on all kinds of love – romantic love, parental love, self love – even the love of characters and personalities. Our lead title is Jay Shetty’s Eight Rules of Love – How to Find It, Keep It, and Let It Go.   You will know this #1 New York Times bestseller author Shetty from his book Think Like a Monk. In this book, he offers...

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#FABSTUFF JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2023
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#FABSTUFF JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2023

The Midlands MagazineFebruary 3, 2023

We’ve got loads of stuff you’re going to love!   Home Artist: Khululeka Vase This is a handmade terracotta ceramic vase made from natural clay. Home Artist creates modern, African home decor products by using traditional ways, forms and concepts. The design store wants to carry on the African ways in this modern age, becoming preservers of African knowledge in art form. In their new collection, they celebrate Bantu stories by expressing and articulating a...

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